Rio de Janeiro · ANGRA DOS REIS DAY TRIPS
A bay with more islands than days in the year, schooner decks, and swimming stops in green water. The 15 below are compared on boat, departure time and how far south the long drive really takes you.
Full day from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with lagoon swims, beach stops, snorkeling time, and a sea-view buffet lunch.
“The tour was great took us to many beautiful islands and our tour guide Marcelo went above and beyond”
Sail a schooner from Rio to Ilha Grande, snorkel in calm coves, and enjoy a buffet lunch with hotel pickup on a full day.
“As someone who was born and raised in Rio but lives many years abroad I was delighted with the experience and my boyfriend who is a foreigner who never been to Rio as well. Very friendly staff and beautiful beaches. The first stop Lagoa Azul where you can snorkel with the fishes was the best. Between stops you can buy very tasty drinks in the boat and there was definitely the Brazilian vibe. I would definitely recommend this experience.”
Full-day schooner cruise from Rio to Angra dos Reis lagoons and beaches, with lunch and swim time, plus safety checks.
“Unfortunately, I wouldn’t recommend booking with this agent. I was extremely poorly on the day of travel and therefore I did not attend. I tried to cancel a day before however i was told I would pay $100 to reschedule. Explained it was my last day before leaving the island. I had no response after. On receiving the itinerary the night before i realise it didn’t mention going to Ilha Grande as advertised. When I asked for clarity on this i got no response. This was my main reason for booking this trip with Viator, as my hotel had the same trip advertised but without the Ilha grande (and cheaper).…”
Day trip from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Lagoa Azul and Lagoa Verde swim time, snorkeling, beaches, and lunch by the sea.
“Loved the tour! Enjoyed swimming in the nice areas, boat ride and photishooting with fish.”
Small-group fast-boat from Rio to Ilha Grande. Up to five lagoon and beach stops, swim time, snorkel gear, and scenic return.
“Such a beautiful tour just 2.5 hours from Rio - the transportation was incredibly smooth and I much preferred the small speedboat option to the other large tours available. Only thing to keep in mind is that lunch is the last stop so you will want to bring/get a bunch of snacks so you don’t get hungry! All the beaches and snorkeling spots were beautiful but would recommend maximizing your time at the first two - they were our favorite :)”
Full-day trip from Rio to Angra dos Reis with Lagoa Azul, Freguesia de Santana Beach, Cataguas Island, and lunch at Praia de Japariz.
“La guía no fue muy buena y el tour era desorganizado e innecesariamente largo, el almuerzo recién fue a las 18.00 y llegamos de vuelta casi a medianoche (partimos a las 8 de la mañana). A pesar de que no recomendaría tomar el tour con la misma guía, si recomendaría la agencia Pepe Rio Tours, puesto que tome otros 2 tours con ellos y estos si fueron buenos y organizados, y las guías si dieron una serie de datos históricos en español (el primer tour también era en español y la guía solo habló en portugués), por lo que a la agencia le doy un 5/5.”
One-day trip from Rio with a schooner ride, lagoons, and white-sand beaches in Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande.
“The tour is fine until you get to the boat. It was chaos, felt extremely overbooked. All this would have been tolerable if the boat staff was even a little polite. I have been on many an excursion and boat related excursion and none have ever bee”
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande by schooner, with hotel transfers and a hot and cold buffet lunch. Swim stops plus snacky island vibes.
“The tour guide and schooner crew were great. The weather was awful. The crew tried all day to get the party going, but it was just too cold. The scenery was beautiful and I can imagine on a sunny day it would be fabulous. Will try it again on my next visit to Rio.”
Rio day trip to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with free pickup, Lagoa Azul snorkeling/swimming, beach time, and lunch, plus boat party vibes.
“This tour was all about selling you stuff, I personally wouldn't bother.”
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande by schooner from Rio, with lagoon swims, dolphin spotting, and an included lunch plus hotel pickup.
“This is not an activity I enjoyed for several reasons: - It takes too long to get there from Rio de Janeiro. We spent about 2 hours picking up people around the city. - The boat was over-crowded and so if you are looking for a small group activity, this is not it. The boat also got a bit wet but this is partly due to the rainy weather. - There was loud music and you had to talk loud to be heard. - The food/lunch is served at 4pm on the last stop on an island which is a bit late. The company does tell you this though. It…”
Schooner cruise in Angra dos Reis with Lagoa Azul and island stops plus a buffet lunch, leaving Rio early and returning by late afternoon.
“Ça ne m'a pas plus mais ça pourrait plaire à d'autres : Négatif : mal chance d'être le 1er dans le ramassage des clients dans les hôtels- début ramassage 7h, fin du ramassage 10h! 3 heures à tourner virer dans Rio. Le bruit sur le bateau : musique ok, hurlements du guide dans le micro, non. Repas (bof bof) servi à 16h30. Du coup le guide propose qu'on achète un plat pour manger un peu à midi - pas prévu, chère, pas bon. Positif : la balade en bateau et surtout la baignade. Voilà voilà La description de la journée (7h, 22h) dont 5 heures de ramassage et déposé des…”
A full-day boat tour from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande, with quiet beaches and Lagoa Azul and Verde water time.
“Mala experiencia, demóranos como 1 hora y media en Río parando en todos los hoteles, cuando llegamos a Anga do Reís y embarcamos tuvimos que esperar como 1 hora a que llegara un grupo, el baño del barco tenía el piso lleno de orina, almorzamos súper tarde a las 5 pm, a la vuelta se averió un barco y tuvimos que llevarlo de una cuerda, pasamos frío, camino en el bus de vuelta a Río el bus se averió y estuvimos un buen rato parados.. llegamos súper tarde a Río, acortando los planes que teníamos para ese día…”
Full-day boat tour from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Lagoa Azul water time, guided beach stops, and lunch, for $77.
“Muy buena actividad. Tuvimos un muy buen guia. Estaba preocupado por nosotros todo el tiempo. En el bus que ibamos tuvo un problema pero rapidamente nuestro guia solucionó el problema y la actividad se hizo a tiempo.”
A fast, scenic day trip from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with air-conditioned transport, a boat tour, and a free buffet lunch.
“It was a good tour. Just felt that the traffic situation could make the trip long, but it’s all worthwhile to visit this Angra dos Reis.”
A fast-paced day by boat and bus from Rio to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande beaches, lagoons, and lunch for a solid value.
“If you’re looking for a breathtaking escape in Brazil, Angra dos Reis is an absolute paradise! With its crystal-clear waters, lush green islands, and vibrant marine life, this destination offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. Whether you’re snorkeling among colorful fish, exploring hidden beaches, or simply enjoying the stunning boat rides, Angra is truly a dream come true. A huge shoutout to our incredible guide, Nyte, who made the experience even more unforgettable! Nyte was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the beauty of Angra. They took us to the best hidden gems, ensured we had an amazing time, and made us feel completely at ease. From historical…”
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